Grade 6 - Language Arts

English 6 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In English 6A, you will explore literary elements in both nonfiction and fiction texts. You will examine point of view in memoirs and practice writing a short memoir. In the latter part of this course, you will study character in different genres of literature. You will explore the topic of change in nonfiction texts and evaluate arguments and claims in informational texts. Finally, you will study the characteristics of persuasive writing and practice writing persuasively.

English 6 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In English 6B, you will begin with analyzing the element of conflict in literary nonfiction texts and examine examples of cause and effect. You will also investigate different genres of literature to analyze the element of conflict. Next, you will explore methods for developing multimedia presentations. In the latter part of the course, you will analyze elements of poetry such as theme, structure, meter, language, and sound. You will also examine different types of poetry. Finally, you will identify techniques for developing a research paper.

Florida M/J Language Arts 1 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In Florida M/J Language Arts 1A, you will explore literary elements in both nonfiction and fiction texts. You will examine point of view in memoirs and practice writing a short memoir. In the latter part of this course, you will study characters in different genres of literature. You will explore the topic of change in nonfiction texts and evaluate arguments and claims in informational texts. Finally, you will study the characteristics of persuasive writing and practice writing persuasively

Florida M/J Language Arts 1 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. You will begin Florida M/J Language Arts 1B by analyzing the elements of conflict in literary nonfiction texts and examine examples of cause and effect. You will also investigate different genres of literature to analyze the elements of conflict. Next, you will explore methods for developing multimedia presentations. In the latter part of the course, you will analyze elements of poetry such as theme, structure, meter, language, and sound. You will also examine different types of poetry. Finally, you will identify techniques for developing a research paper

Florida M/J Language Arts 2 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In Florida M/J Language Arts 2A, you will explore different elements of fiction such as theme, characters, setting, and plot. You will also improve your writing by developing skills required for academic writing. You will evaluate how change affects society and an individualâ€™s personal growth by analyzing various informational texts. You will examine the role of government and community programs in promoting health and well-being. In addition, you will conduct a group discussion on the topic of change. In the latter part of the course, you will examine poetic devices and elements of drama. And you will compare a dramatic text to its film version. In the final unit, you will analyze elements of writing such as tone, audience, purpose, and structure in informational texts.

Florida M/J Language Arts 2 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In Florida M/J Language Arts 2B, you will analyze the literary elements of point of view and conflict in literature. You will learn to apply problem solving and conflict resolution skills. You will study the features and techniques of persuasive writing. You will also evaluate use of the literary element of conflict in informational texts. In addition, you will learn about the main characteristics of public speaking and deliver a persuasive speech. In the latter part of this course, you will investigate the topic of identity in literature. In the final unit, you will read novels and explore their various literary elements

Florida M/J Language Arts 3 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In Florida M/J Language Arts 3A, you will explore literary features of diaries, memoirs, informative essays, and fictional narratives. You will also improve your writing by using persuasive writing techniques. You will compare and contrast literature and poetry adapted for different mediums. You will engage in a dramatic reading of poetry and give multimedia presentations. Later, you will analyze informational texts to understand the history of the Civil War. In the final unit of the course, you will analyze literary elements such as point of view, conflict, theme, structure, and setting.

Florida M/J Language Arts 3 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 1.00)

English is the study of the creation and analysis of literature written in the English language. In Florida M/J Language Arts 3B, you will analyze nonfiction texts to explore what they reveal about the process of growing up. You will learn about disease prevention and strategies for attaining and maintaining mental and emotional health. You will also analyze elements of poetry, such as theme, structure, meter, language, and sound, and compose a poem of your own. You will read novels and analyze their literary elements and their use of literary devices. Finally, you will reflect upon and evaluate aspects of your past, present, and future while reading Charles Dickensâ€™s A Christmas Carol.